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By: "Aashay Edwin Maghi" (CPT)
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Penang Assam Laksa is a bold, tangy noodle soup made with mackerel, tamarind, herbs, and thick rice noodles. It’s spicy, sour, aromatic. And a true taste of Malaysian street food.
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You’ll need mackerel (fresh or canned), tamarind paste, torch ginger flower, lemongrass, chili, galangal, shallots, shrimp paste (belacan), and thick rice noodles. Fresh herbs and cucumber slices are for garnish.
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Simmer mackerel in water until cooked. Remove the fish, debone it, and keep the broth. Add tamarind paste, lemongrass, galangal, and belacan to build the soup’s sour-spicy base.
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Blend chilies, shallots, turmeric, and shrimp paste into a thick spice paste. Sauté until fragrant, then add to the simmering broth for a deep, complex layer of flavor.
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Flake the cooked mackerel into small pieces and return it to the broth. Let it simmer gently to absorb all the spices and enhance the soup’s savory richness.
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Boil thick rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. These springy noodles soak up the soup beautifully and give Assam Laksa its iconic texture.
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Julienne cucumber, onions, and pineapple. Chop fresh mint, torch ginger flower, and Vietnamese coriander (daun kesum). These fresh garnishes give Assam Laksa a bright, refreshing finish.
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Place noodles in a bowl, ladle hot soup over, then top with shredded fish, fresh herbs, sliced vegetables, and a spoonful of spicy shrimp paste if desired.
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Assam Laksa delivers an unforgettable mix of tangy tamarind, savory fish, spicy chili, and herbal freshness. It’s hearty, deeply satisfying, and wakes up your taste buds.
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With the right ingredients and a bit of care, you can bring this iconic Malaysian dish to your kitchen. Perfect for spicy food lovers seeking bold, authentic flavor.
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HealthVitalityTrends.com
By: "Aashay Edwin Maghi" (CPT)